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Two men charged over A10 death of Laura Sone-Demetrious in Edmonton
Violent Crime—13 Aug 2026, 16:464 min readTwo men have been charged with causing the death of Laura Sone-Demetrious, 28, who was struck while using a pedestrian crossing on the A10 in Edmonton in January 2024. The case will proceed to a plea hearing at the Old Bailey on 4 September 2026.Read more
Cheapside bike thief jailed after public tackleViolent Crime—13 Aug 2026, 18:064 min readA 39-year-old man was sentenced to prison after stealing a bicycle in Cheapside and fleeing from City of London Police officers. A member of the public assisted in his arrest. The bike was returned to its owner following the incident on 16 June.
Dempsey Nibbs, who killed partner in Hoxton, dies in Belmarsh aged 79Violent Crime—13 Aug 2026, 15:064 min readDempsey Nibbs, convicted of murdering his long-term partner Judith Nibbs in Hoxton in 2014, has died in HMP Belmarsh at the age of 79. The Prisons and Probation Ombudsman is investigating his death, which occurred on 26 July 2025.
Two men injured in Marble Arch assault, no arrests made
Violent Crime—13 Aug 2026, 15:063 min readA 21-year-old man was taken to hospital with head injuries after an assault near Marble Arch in Westminster. A second man was treated at the scene. Police have not confirmed if a weapon was used and are asking for information.
Ben Church, 28, dies in Barking motorcycle crash on Aspen Way
Violent Crime—13 Aug 2026, 12:464 min readA 28-year-old man from Barking died after a motorcycle crash on Aspen Way near Preston's Road at 3:25am on 5 August. Police are investigating and have asked for witnesses. A fundraiser has been launched to cover funeral costs and support motorcycle safety charities.
Marko Balaz eligible for early release after Woolwich killing
Violent Crime—13 Aug 2026, 12:483 min readMarko Balaz, convicted of the manslaughter of 15-year-old Daejaun Campbell in Woolwich, is eligible for early release under the Sentencing Act 2026. The mother of the teenager expressed distress after receiving notification from the Probation Service regarding the change in law.
Teenager stabbed in Streatham, attacker still at large
Violent Crime—13 Aug 2026, 11:464 min readA 19-year-old man was stabbed on Wavertree Road, Streatham, on 12 August 2026. Police and paramedics treated him at the scene before taking him to hospital. No arrests have been made, and the attacker remains at large. Officers are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Man attacked with bottle near Marble Arch, taken to trauma centre
Violent Crime—13 Aug 2026, 10:084 min readA man was assaulted with a bottle near Marble Arch in Westminster on 12 August 2026 and taken to a major trauma centre. Police cordoned the scene after three attackers fled. The London Ambulance Service arrived within four minutes.
18-year-old arrested after knife threat and police assault on Metropolitan line
Violent Crime—13 Aug 2026, 10:083 min readAn 18-year-old man was arrested at Harrow-on-the-Hill station on suspicion of possessing an offensive weapon and assaulting a police officer. The man became unwell during transfer to custody and was taken to hospital before being discharged and held in police custody.
Clapham shooting: 22-year-old arrested after bus driver killed on Fenwick Estate
Violent Crime—13 Aug 2026, 09:054 min readA 25-year-old bus driver was shot dead on the Fenwick Estate in Clapham on 10 August. Police have arrested a 22-year-old man on suspicion of murder, who remains in hospital under guard. A fundraising campaign has raised over £1,000 for funeral costs.
Elderly woman fights for life after aggravated burglary in Finsbury Park
Violent Crime—12 Aug 2026, 19:264 min readPolice are investigating an aggravated burglary in Finsbury Park after two elderly residents were assaulted during a break-in on 11 August. A 75-year-old woman is in hospital with life-threatening injuries, while an 81-year-old man was treated and discharged. A crime scene remains in place on Evershot Road.
63-year-old Brentford man arrested after canal axe attack leaves victim with life-changing injuries
Violent Crime—12 Aug 2026, 17:054 min readA 63-year-old man from Brentford has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a violent axe attack near Clitheroe’s Lock on the Grand Union Canal. The victim, a man in his 40s, remains hospitalised with life-changing injuries. Police are appealing for witnesses to contact them.
Parvez Ahmed Rahman charged with murder of cyclist in Stepney Green
Violent Crime—12 Aug 2026, 15:463 min readA 33-year-old man from Bethnal Green has been charged with murder after a cyclist died following a collision in Stepney Green. The victim, Chris Powell, was taken to hospital but died on 9 August. The defendant is due to appear at the Old Bailey again on 28 October.
Croydon man charged with attempted murder after Mayfair nightclub attack
Violent Crime—12 Aug 2026, 14:464 min readA Croydon man has been charged with attempting to murder a man in a Mayfair nightclub after an alleged altercation. Sajeev Kumar suffered an 8cm neck wound and other injuries. The defendant, Lucci Guthrie, will appear at the Old Bailey on 14 August.
St Thomas’ Hospital staff face daily violence as assaults rise 60%
Violent Crime—12 Aug 2026, 08:255 min readA&E nurse Jess Turnbull describes being punched, kicked and threatened with knives at St Thomas’ Hospital in Waterloo. Security staff have lost fingers to bites. The trust has launched a poster campaign after a 60% rise in physical assaults on staff in one year.
Two jailed for City watch robberies, third suspect in Switzerland
Violent Crime—12 Aug 2026, 08:254 min readTwo men have been sentenced for a series of violent watch robberies in the City of London, where one victim was stabbed twice. A third suspect, Dogukan Aktas, remains at large in Switzerland with Interpol assisting in the search. Police vow to continue pursuing him.
Man, 25, shot dead in Clapham as Lambeth gun crime rises
Violent Crime—12 Aug 2026, 07:254 min readA 25-year-old man was shot dead outside a Clapham pub on Monday evening. Police have arrested a 22-year-old man on suspicion of murder. Lambeth recorded 88 gun-related offences in the past year, the third-highest rate in London.
Second crime scene found 0.1 miles from fatal Clapham North shooting
Violent Crime—11 Aug 2026, 15:474 min readMetropolitan Police have established a second crime scene on the Fenwick Estate in Clapham North, near Cottage Grove, following the fatal shooting of a 25-year-old man on Willington Road. A 22-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murder remains in hospital custody.
Man killed in Clapham shooting as suspect arrested on murder charge
Violent Crime—11 Aug 2026, 12:464 min readA 25-year-old man died after a shooting in Clapham on Monday night. A 22-year-old suspect, also injured, was arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in hospital. Police urge witnesses to come forward as investigations continue.